SPR invites you for a Trek to Ulhas Valley also known as Canyon Valley on 26th Jauaray 2016.

It follows a concept of reverse trekking where in you descend first and then climb

up unlike our usual trekking trails.The valley is named after Ulhas River which flows from khandala to karjat

through it.The real fun in this trek is the waterfall and the flora and fauna found in the Valley.

Brief Info about the Trek: - Canyon Valley waterfall fall is one of the most beautiful waterfall located between Lonavala and khandala. Height of waterfall is about 320 fts. Along the Ulhas River, from khandala till Karjat is a valley which is known as Canyon / Ulhas / Tiger valley. There is huge water fall down in the valley where we will be spending at least one hour before starting our back journey. The waterfall is a popular destination for trekkers from Mumbai and Pune.

Major Attractions: - Trekking thru Dense Forest, Waterfall etc.

Itinerary: – for the Event

Mumbai Participants: –

Catch Indrayani Express and get down at Lonavala station on Sunday 21st February 2016.

Mumbai CST: 5.37am

Dadar: 5.46am

Thane: 6.05am

Kalyan: 6.30am

Lonavala: 8.00am

Pune Participants: -

Catch Pune-Lonavala local and get down at Lonavala station on 21st February 2016.

Pune: 6.27am

Shivaji Nagar: 6.33am

Pimpari: 6.55am

Dehu Road: 7.04

Talegoan: 7.16 am

Kamshet: 7.30

Lonavala: 7.55

Schedule:-

08.05 hrs: Near ticket counter (Lonavala (W)

08.10 hrs: Breakfast & Tea

08.30 hrs: Move towards valley

09.15 hrs: Start Descending

11.00 -13.00 hrs: Explore, Lunch & rest

13.00 hrs: Start Ascending

16.00 hrs: @ top

16.30 hrs: Move to Lonavala by auto

17.00 hrs: @ Lonavala

List of things which needs to be carry:-

1.A haversack to put in all the things to be carried,

2. Lunch for the day

3. A bottle of water (2 Ltr)

4. Camera (Optional)

5. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 lemons, some snacks & biscuits

6. Torch with extra batteries

7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution

8. A good trekking shoes

9. Extra pair of cloth

Cost for the trek is Rs. 450/- per head,

Includes:

Traveling from Lonavala to Lonavala,

breakfast

Trek expertise charges

Exclusions:

Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption.

Food/Tea purchase while travelling to site and back.

Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.

Travel cost from Mumbai to Lonavala and back.

Travel from Pune to Lonavala and back.

For confirmation of the seat, full amount needs to be deposited prior to the event. Prior to making any payments please confirm about the seat availability by calling/whats app on the below given numbers.

For Registrations call Team SPR:

If not reachable do sms or whatsapp.

Email id - giriratnasprhikers@gmail.com

Website - www. Giriratnasprhikers.com

Payment details:

One needs to pay full amount as advance at the time of booking.

The amount is to be deposited in the following account.

Name: Rajendra Jadhav

Bank: HDFC Ltd.

Account No: 50100091005091

IFSC code: HDFC0000814

Branch : Thane Ghodbander Road

Mail id: shilpachimad@gmail.com Registrations are done only on phone calls and will be confirmed only after the receipt of advance

We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking, "Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".

Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.

No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek and NO REFUND will be provided.

(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)

Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek friends.

Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.

Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.

In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; SPR Giriratna Hikers, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.

Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.

Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.

SPR Giriratna Hikers reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.

Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

Medical Disclaimer: It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for riding. While planning your trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness checkup done. If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, severe headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should seek their physicians advice before coming.